Artist Residence – Pimlico, SW1
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3 years ago
The third hotel from the hands of dynamic duo Justin and Charlie Salisbury – following their Artist Residences in Brighton and Penzance – this was once just a down-at-heel local boozer. Together, with enthusiasm, hard work and artistic flair, they’ve transformed it into a charming, affordable London hotel with bags of character. Over three elegant floors it has ten comfortably rustic bedrooms and two fabulous suites, all imaginatively decorated and furnished with quirky, cleverly sourced finds. There’s a moody and glamorous bar tucked away in the basement that comes alive at night, serving drinks inspired by cult movies: try the Kill Bill, which comes with a black vanilla sugar stripe, or Smoke & Mirrors, featuring brandy, orange liqueur and caramel syrup. And taking centre stage is the café, a welcoming social space by day, serving brunch, cold-pressed juices and Extract Coffee, which transforms into a modern restaurant at night. Even better, a separate entrance for hotel guests means there’s no awkward check-in at the bar.
Doubles from £215
+44 (0)20 3019 8610; artistresidence.co.uk
